Ghanaians pay tribute to Highlife Legend Nana Tuffour on social media

Derrick Offei
Nana Tuffour died aged 66

Tributes have flooded social media following the death of Ghanaian Highlife great James Nana Tuffour.

The 66-year-old veteran, born on February 14, 1954, is said to have passed on to eternity in the early hours of Monday, June 15 after a short illness.

His body has been deposited at the Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital Mortuary.

He is known for popular songs including ‘Abeiku’, ‘Me Yere Dada’, ‘Owuo Sei Fie’, ‘Adeepena’ and ‘Manu Me Ho’.

Nana Tuffour released his first album ‘Highlife Romance’ in 1979.

‘9-9-2-4’ as the musician was affectionately called, had over 15 albums, and a number of awards to his credit.

The sad news has triggered tributes as many music enthusiasts have taken to social media to mourn the legendary highlife musician.

Check out some reactions below.

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